Kolkata: A swimming coach in Chitpore was arrested for allegedly robbing jewellery and stabbing an 11-year-old girl. The accused, Sandeep Sau, was charged under multiple sections for robbery and attempted murder, police said.
The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon at the minor's home near Cossipore Road. According to the family, around 3.15 pm, Sau entered their house, forced the girl to retrieve jewellery from a locker, and tried to strangle her with a towel before stabbing her throat with a kitchen knife.
The girl was taken to hospital, where she underwent surgery. Her condition is now stable. The family lodged a police complaint on Wednesday, leading to Sau's arrest. During interrogation, he reportedly confessed to the crime.